Morgan expects day-night Tests

International Cricket Council president David Morgan expects day-night Test matches to be introduced within two years.

The ICC view the groundbreaking change as a means to drive up dwindling attendance figures in parts of the world where the five-day game's popularity is suffering.

Test cricket remains hugely popular in England and Wales but Morgan believes day-night Test matches could still be a worthwhile addition as he said: "At the ICC we regard Test cricket as pinnacle of the game - it's the form of the game cricketers seek to play. I'd be surprised if we don't see day-night Test cricket within the next two years - surprised and disappointed."

He added: "The ICC has recognised that in some countries Test cricket is not that popular in terms of people paying at the gate.

"If you look at a country like Australia with big stadia and very hot conditions, it's made for day-night Test cricket.

"Eighteen months ago I wouldn't have been overly enthusiastic about this, thinking of tradition and records.

"But Test cricket has changed over 130 years and there are now very good reasons for bringing crowds out.

"There is no reason why day-night Test cricket won't be attractive in England, like one-day and Twenty20. But it's in other countries that will be driving it."